“There is a strong element of fantasy running through the entire issue, all courtesy of brilliant talents,” writes Edward Enninful in his editor's letter. “I’m so pleased to say that contributing editors Kate Moss and Grace Coddington have styled their first shoots for me,” and that Vogue “gained exclusive access to the hushed, pristine, but no less fantastical world of Nicolas Ghesquière, a designer whom I admire so much.”

Craig McDean

Vogue darling

“Strong, empowering female leads are so important in the roles I choose,” British actress Hannah John-Kamen tells Naomi Pike. “Girl power is key.”

Greta Ilieva

Pretty hardcore

Take a long, cool look at the new way to wear white diamonds - with edgy leathers and a rocking attitude, says Carol Woolton.Photographs by Sean & Seng. Styling by Jack Borkett.

Sean & Seng

A bloody disgrace

Recent reports indicate that girls are skipping school during their periods because they are unable to afford tampons. Things need to change, says Adwoa Aboah in her April column.

Rex Features

Mermaid tales

Helena Christensen photographs the idyllic weekend retreat she has carved out high in the Catskill Mountains. But why the nautical talk of pirates and mermaids, asks Ellie Pithers? Portraits by Jason McDonald.

Jason McDonald

Special relationship

With a transatlantic royal wedding weeks away, American Claire Straw reflects on marriage to her British husband, and what the future holds for Meghan Markle. Illustration by Damien Cuypers.

Damien Cuypers

Youth always wins

Virgil Abloh’s modern vision of luxury is opening doors to a new generation. Olivia Singer sits down with the industry’s hot ticket. Photographs by Olivia Rose.

Olivia Rose

The Vogue Beauty Awards

Showcasing the absolute best in beauty, Vogue’s inaugural awards will be a collaborative process. The beauty team - including our incredible roster of contributors - has chosen the categories and nominated our favourites, now it’s up to you to select the winners at Vogue.uk/voguebeautyawards2018.

The lipstick logo is beauty’s calling card. The name on everyone’s lips? That’s up to you. Photograph by Coppi Barbieri.

Tapestry

Take a stand

New research suggests sitting down is destroying our health. Lottie Winter investigates.

Irving Penn

The wonder of Gugu

Gugu Mbatha-Raw was the award-winning actress in danger of becoming cinema’s best-kept secret. Until now.Interview by Bim Adewunmi. Photographs by Mikael Jansson. Styling by Kate Phelan.

Mikael Jansson

Urban legend

Get ready for the new high-low mix in Grace Coddington's first shoot for #NewVogue: Victorian-inspired finery with slouchy leather, elegant satin with casual jersey - and sneakers with everything. Photographs by Craig McDean.

Craig McDean

Rude girl rock

“Ska, 2-Tone, Desmond Dekker and The Specials…” says Kate Moss of the inspiration for her shoot. The look? Lean, graphic, unisex and sharply tailored.Photographs by Nick Knight.

Nick Knight

Dark star

From The Witch to The Miniaturist, Anya Taylor-Joy is a former model with a formidable talent - and Hollywood’s latest Scream Queen. By Funmi Fetto. Photographs by Craig McDean. Styling by Kate Phelan

Craig McDean

Stroke of brilliance

Lubaina Himid’s politically-driven, vivid art has brought forgotten stories to life, throughout her prolific career which spans four decades. Last year, aged 63, Himid made history herself when she became the oldest artist and first black woman to win the Turner Prize. Sarah Crompton travelled to Preston to meet her.Photographs by Paul Wetherell.

As polyamory enters the mainstream, could a relationship revolution be under way? Rowan Pelling investigates the art of loving - and sleeping with - more than one person. Illustrations by Mats Gustafson.

Mats Gustafson

Queen of the night

Donatella Versace created her spring/summer 2018 collection to honour the life and work of Gianni, “a genius… an icon… my brother”. To celebrate - in vivacious Versace style - she invited her supermodel friends to dress up in her designs and party like it’s the 1990s. By Anders Christian Madsen. Photographs by Sean Thomas. Styling by Jack Borkett.